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Wheelchair Vehicle Purchasing – What You Need To Know

Thursday, December 24th, 2009

When it comes time to purchase a wheelchair vehicle, there are many parts of this process that need to be considered. Being able to achieve independence and mobility on your own is something that an accessible vehicle can help attain. There are also instances where it is a family member who needs assistance with transportation around town. No matter which scenario it is, purchasing a vehicle that will enable mobility is a life-altering decision.

Adjustments can be made to the driver’s seat that enable an individual using a wheelchair to operate the vehicle with great efficiency. These modifications often include changing the gas and brake pedals over to levers on the steering wheel.

Some vehicles come with the option of a wheelchair ramp or lift, which can be pricey but well worth the small investment it takes to purchase a vehicle such as this.

The price of modifications and especially of a brand new wheelchair accessible vehicle can be outstanding. Individuals on Social Security can apply for the PASS program.

This stands for Plan to Achieve Self Success and is for individuals who can prove that s/he is trying to make a difference in his/her quality of life. Depending on the disability and if qualifications are met, the government will aid in purchasing a new vehicle that is wheelchair accessible.

Financing through the company that the vehicle is to be purchase through often works out. Buying a slightly used accessible vehicle is also an option to consider, since getting a loan on a vehicle such as this will have lower payments. One more option would be to have a fund raiser, which works well in large communities. This could be in the form of an auction, benefit supper, or any money making endeavor that will help to go towards the purchase of a wheelchair vehicle.

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Discover How To Look After Your Mobility Scooter Batteries

Friday, August 14th, 2009
by Lenny Dean

To ensure a longer life and the best possible performance for your mobility scooter batteries, you should keep on top of their maintenance and cleaning. This is not hard to achieve however, and relies very much on simply applying common sense, and ensuring you stick to a routine.

Each time you return home, take a minute or two to plug your battery into its charger – as with me, mobility scooter batteries perform far better when well fed!

If you are heading off on holiday, or not needing you scooter for an extended amount of time, (anything over 3 or 4 days really), it is best to remove your battery from charge and disconnect fully from your scooter. This ensures the battery does not overwork and limits the possibility of wear.

Where you store your mobility scooter batteries is also important. Ideally, this should be in a shed or garage. If you have to keep the scooter and batteries in your home; ensure they are kept away from damp areas or areas subject to marked temperature changes.

If your battery and/or scooter does become wet in away, ensure it is thoroughly wiped with a dry cloth immediately.

Finally, no matter how well you care for you mobility scooter batteries or the scooter itself; ensure both are fully serviced by a qualified engineer according to the manufacturer’s instructions. By simply following these tips, you should get an awful lot of life and sustained performance from your scooter.

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